This is part of a series of short posts titled "school notes," with the goal of sharing updates on education news, events and themes. The posts focus on the Forest Grove, Gaston and Banks school districts and Pacific University. Got an idea or tip? Let me know: kohalloran@oregonian.com or 503-294-4015.

Pacific University will host a free business workshop this evening at its Hillsboro campus, located at 755 SE Baseline Street in Hillsboro. The session, titled "Timeless Business Practices For Successful Enterprise," runs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will be taught by faculty speaker Nicole Thibodeau. An RSVP is required; contact David McLean at david.mclean@pacificu.edu or (503) 352-2445.

As technology becomes more integrated into classwork and homework, Comcast Internet Essentials is offering a discounted Internet package so that students can make use of computers and tablets at home. The program is open to families who have at least one child who qualifies for the National School Lunch Program and who haven't subscribed to Comcast in the past 90 days. The package is $9.95 per month, plus tax. Families can call 1-855-846-8376 to request an application.

According to Forest Grove Police, the approximately 100 days of summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the "100 Deadliest Days" of the year for teen drivers, largely due to drug and alcohol use. The local police force recently recommended that community members visit the Prevention Matters in Washington County website, which offers resources and information on drugs and alcohol, gambling, crime, violence and suicide.